How to Consume Wheatgrass with a Wheatgrass Juicer

How to obtain Wheatgrass JuiceWheatgrass is usually grown in trays. It can be purchased ready to be used, or one can grow it at home. In the second case, once it reaches a few inches of height, it can be harvested with a pair of scissors and then juiced with a special Wheatgrass Juicer. This juicer looks similar to a meat mincer and it will press the wheatgrass and squeeze the juice out. The pulp will be discarded separately.

Note: A regular fruit juicer cannot be used with wheatgrass, unless it has parts designed for this purpose.

What to consider when choosing a Wheatgrass JuicerBefore you purchase a wheat grass juicer, you should know what to look for so you can select the best juicer for your needs.

Read reviewsSearch for Wheatgrass Juicers reviewsThis is especially important if you're thinking of buying an expensive model. User Reviews will allow you to see what other people think about the Wheatgrass Juicer they bought, and help you choosing the one that suits you best.

Compare several Wheatgrass Juicers before decidingHave a look at a manual juicer. This type is cheap and easily found in stores. Another advantage is that, without a motor, noise is practically eliminated.

Choose a versatile modelSeveral Wheatgrass Juicers are not limited to juicing only wheat grass, and can be useful if you plan on juicing fruit or vegetables.

Keep in mind the size of the applianceConsider your available space when comparing different models. Some Wheatgrass Juicers are fairly big. The manual models mentioned earlier are among the smallest and take little space in the kitchen.

Choose an efficient Wheatgrass JuicerBuy a juicer that works efficiently so that you can get all the nutrients out of wheatgrass. From this perspective, single auger models are faster than the manual and masticating ones.

If you plan to consume a lot of juice, consider a Twin Gear Wheatgrass JuicerIf your budget allows it, one of the most expensive Wheatgrass Juicers is called "twin gear juicer". This model produces the best quality juice, containing the highest amount of nutrients, and it's very fast. One of the recommended Twin Gear Juicers is The Tribest juicer, which can be found both in shops and online.

Don't forget the cleaningCompare the cleaning requirements for each Wheatgrass Juicer. The more complex the machine is, the more time it will take to clean it. For example, Twin Gears juicers, have lots of components to be cleaned, while manual ones are the easiest. To simplify this task further, choose a juicer whose parts (or most of them) are dishwasher safe.

Check the terms of warrantyThis hint is valid for any purchase you make, but it's worth repeating it. Ensure that your juicer is covered by a warranty of reasonable extension. Twin Gear juicers can be covered up to several years, as they are expensive and repairing them would be costly. Cheaper Wheatgrass Juicers could have just one or two years warranty, but, on the other end, their parts are cheap and easier to replace. Steer clear of expensive models with a short warranty, as it could be an indicator of poor quality.

The above guide should help you choosing a Wheatgrass Juicer which suits your needs. In case you wonder if it's worth the effort, please find below some short notes about Wheatgrass and its benefits.

Benefits of Wheatgrass JuiceWheatgrass juice is often used as a nutritional supplement, and it contains chlorophyll, minerals, vitamins, amino acids, and enzymes. As a nutritional supplement, one should start drinking 1 ounce of wheatgrass juice a day, or every two days. It's not recommended to exceed this dosage, as it's a powerful juice and it could cause diarrhoea. As with many other things, it's better to start slowly and let your body get used to it.A recommended way to drink wheatgrass juice is in small amounts (usually called "shots") throughout the day, possibly on an empty stomach.

Drawbacks of Wheatgrass JuiceIts flavor is not particularly pleasant. To mitigate the issue, Wheatgrass Juice can be mixed with most of other fruit or vegetable juices. The only exception, in this case, are citrus, as their juice would kill the beneficial enzymes contained in Wheatgrass. A good alternative are pineapple juice or apple juice. In case of a reduced sugar diet, water can be used instead of fruit juice.